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Coaching and Practice

Coaching lawn bowls involves a keen understanding of several specific areas to ensure players can develop and refine their skills effectively.

  • First and foremost, technical skill development is crucial, focusing on delivering the bowl with precision and consistency. This includes grip, stance, and delivery technique.
  • Next, strategic understanding is vital; players must learn to read the green, understand shot selection, and anticipate opponents’ moves. Additionally, mental resilience plays a significant role, helping players maintain focus and composure under pressure.
  • Lastly, physical fitness, while not as intense as in other sports, still matters for maintaining endurance and flexibility. Addressing these areas with personalized coaching plans can help players of all levels achieve their full potential on the green.

Spencer Melksham Bowls Club offers you a unique opportunity to experience coaching for free.   

Alan George “The clubs aim is to see members playing to the best of their ability, my job as coach is to help them succeed”

So if you are having trouble with length or line, finding it difficult to draw, then contact

Alan Geroge the Club coach for a one to one session.

Meaningfull Practice

Practicing lawn bowls effectively requires more than just repetitive rolling; it demands TARGETED AND MEASURABLE efforts to truly master the game. Setting specific goals for each practice session can help focus your efforts and track your progress.  

For instance, you might aim to improve your accuracy by consistently hitting a designated length on the green or work on your delivery technique to ensure a smooth and consistent release. 

By breaking down your practice into clear, ACHIEVABLE OBJECTIVES, you can measure your improvement over time, making each session more productive and rewarding. Remember, practice with purpose leads to perfection!

Incorporate these drills below into your practice sessions, and you’ll see measurable improvement in your bowling skills.  (Thanks to Bowls USA)